Gilet fleurs bleues et orange, projets de broderies de gilet, XVIIIème siècle
1750
From the collection of Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
This drawing shows a light-colored fabric covered in bright floral patterns. The flowers—blue, orange, and yellow—are arranged in clusters along curved stems, framed by green leaves. Tiny birds and scattered blossoms fill the background, while a border of small leaves and dots runs along the edges. The piece looks like a design for a pocket or small garment, with careful attention to how the flowers repeat. The colors stand out against the faded fabric, making it look like a plan for something handmade. If you like this, check out embroidery to see how these kinds of designs were turned into real stitches.
